Certified Respiratory Therapist - Sign-On Bonus

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - Certified 3 to join a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and healthcare professionals. You will conduct cardiopulmonary testing, operate respiratory devices and educate patients on disease management.

Responsibilities include interpreting results, determining therapy plans, mentoring trainees, and maintaining patient records while complying with university policies. Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 is available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification/licensing per department description.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Attention to detail and able to organize under pressure.
• Willing to work evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests such as ECGs, stress tests and lung capacity tests.
• Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and teach breathing exercises.
• Set up ventilators and other respiratory devices per treatment parameters.
• Read prescriptions, measure blood gases, and assess patient condition.
• Determine therapy type, method, and duration; note precautions.
• Explain procedures and educate patients and families.
• Monitor patient responses and consult physicians for adverse reactions.
• Maintain charts and respiratory equipment; ensure safety.
• Mentor students and trainees in respiratory therapy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Discretion

Evenings/nights/weekends

Core values

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Licensing/Certification

Tools

N/A

Job description

The University of Miami is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - Certified 3 to join a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and healthcare professionals. You will conduct cardiopulmonary testing, operate respiratory devices and educate patients on disease management.

Responsibilities include interpreting results, determining therapy plans, mentoring trainees, and maintaining patient records while complying with university policies. Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 is available.